I think everyone should experiencing eating in Italy in their life, even if just once. The Italians understand pleasure and they understand food – and more over, there is awesome produce readily available in which to create delectable delights. Last…
Italian supermarkets
Oh how I LOVE Italian supermarkets! Most of them (not all mind you), have the most fantastic produce, delis, and butchers. Supermarket shopping when I travel is something I love to do. It gives a real insight into the sorts…
Assisi, Umbria
A reluctant brother-in-law Ben conceded to a majority ruling of visiting Assisi, the Umbrian town made famous by it’s patron saint, St Francis of Assisi. Ben was reluctant because Assist is a 1.5 hour drive from our Umbrian palace Lagoscello and…
Orvieto: Lesson no.1, remember where you park
The fun and games driving in Italy with my crazy family continue. Mum, Dad, Susie, Zorba and I all decided to head to the nearby hilltop medieval town of Orvieto. Ben was tired from jet lag, as were the kids,…
Best travel app
Trip Advisor is a great website for travellers and one I use all the time when looking for hotels or restaurants when travelling. Zorba downloaded the free Trip Advisor City Guide for Rome so we could use it offline on…